Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Dearborn Heights involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Dearborn Heights list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Dearborn Heights work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Dearborn Heights
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Dearborn Heights. 3 list an address in Dearborn Heights, and the rest are spread across Livonia (11), Detroit (9), and Romulus (3). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Dearborn Heights mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Mr. Appliance of Dearborn Heights, about 1.0 miles away. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.4, 1.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
First up for Dearborn Heights: Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (6.7 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Lincoln Park, 4.6 stars from 271 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.6 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Dearborn Heights (1.0 miles away, 4.5 stars from 233 reviews).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-door ice dispenser, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and freestanding ice maker.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
Kenmore's garage-ready refrigerators use an inverter compressor that it says holds temperatures steadier, runs quieter and wears less than a conventional compressor. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
What Kenmore Says to Check First
- Freezer thawing in a cold garage. Kenmore says a standard refrigerator in a room below about 45°F may not run its compressor enough, and recommends a garage-ready model built for a wide temperature range. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Dearborn Heights and freezer repair in Dearborn Heights.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Kenmore rates its garage-ready models for surrounding temperatures from 45°F to 110°F and notes that standard refrigerators struggle below 45°F. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
- A new Kenmore refrigerator reaches a usable fresh food temperature in about 4 to 6 hours, but the freezer needs 12 to 24 hours to settle at its 0°F target. Source: Kenmore - FAQ: How long does it take for a new fridge to reach its designated temperature?
Budgeting for a Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Dearborn Heights
Most ice maker calls in Dearborn Heights come down to the same handful of causes: water supply and pressure, a frozen fill tube, the water inlet valve, freezer temperature and the ice maker assembly itself.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Dearborn Heights
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Dearborn Heights, MI
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